How to tie a simple double coin knot

The Double Coin Knot, also called Josephine knot, looks like two overlapping traditional styled Chinese coins which are round with a square hole in the center. This decorative knot has many applications. It can be tied with different colored threads to make attractive patterns or tied with double strands to add to its beauty. But it is not a tight knot.

Step 1 Take thread, fold a loop with right strand (end A). 

Step 2. Fold left strand over right loop and down the strand (end A).

Step 3. Weave the right strand (end B) over, under, over and under four strands. Then adjust strands and the knot is complete.

How to tie a double connection knot

Double connection knot is very useful for the beginning or end of any macrame knots to form elaborate design. The knot forms an X shaped figure when complete. Its primary purpose is to make a stable loop that does not loosen easily. The more you pull, the tighter it becomes.

You will need at least 8 inches of 2 mm satin cord to practice this knot. 

Step 1: Take satin cord, fold in half and fasten the midpoint with a pin. (See picture below)

Step 2: Take the strand and slip under the left strand, flip it up and then bring it done to form a loop.

Step 3:  Take the left strand and tuck under the right strand then swing over toward the left and up. 

Step 4: Take the same strand and tuck under lower loop of the knot and pull down.

Step 5: Pull both ends and the folded point at the top with equal force.

How to tie a button knot

In order to tie a button knot, you need at least 12 inches rope. Usually the thicker rope the easier to control at the beginning.

Step 1: Make a loop like the picture on the right.

Step 2: Make another loop over the top of the first loop. (The darker color represents the previous step).     
Step 3: Take the end down through the loop on the right, up through the middle, and down through the left loop.   Notice the little center area (highlighted).   This will be important later.   Take the end across the top of the fixed end.   
Step 4. Take the end down through the right loop, under two ropes and up through the center area (highlighted in the previous pircure ).  
Step 5: Gently and slowly pull the ends of the cord apart.   You should see the shape of the knot beginning to form.   
Step 6: Pull the knot until it begins to tighten.   There will be a loop or two sticking out.  
Step 7: Turn the knot around and tighten the loops one at a time until the loops are snug and the knot is tight.

You can also learn more about knots here. 

  

Basic material for knotting

Before you start to tie a knot, you need rope. Usually I use satin cord 2mm or 3mm for larger are work such as necklace or decoration on the keychain. 1mm silk or nylon rope would be good for bracelet or other smaller piece. There are other ropes you can use depending on the craft work you want to make, such as camping ropes are good for making survival bracelets. The general rule is the thinner the rope the tighter and smaller the knot is.

You will want to have some beads, such as wood, stone or metal. It depends on what size of rope you are using, usually you will want to have larger size hole in the beads, so you can put your ropes through the beads.


Other useful tools you may want are cardboard at least 1 inch thick, so you can put pins to locate the ropes when you tie knots.  You will also need scissors, needle pliers, glue.

Next I will teach you how to tie basic knots, check back for update. 

The beauty of knotting

Knotting is a ancient art of weaving. For thousands of years, knot has been used to decorate beauty and demonstrate beauty. Knots decoration have been used to convey affection, consolidate friendship and express love. The art of knotting shows the longing and pursuit for a happy life.


With different knots combine together, we can make different decorations. Here are some examples. 

 

If you like this art, please check back, I will teach you how to tie different knots from the beginning. The following topic will be about the materials you need to get started.